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Arthropodium cirratum (Rengarenga Lily / New Zealand Rock Lily) – Elegant Groundcover for Shaded and Coastal Gardens

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Arthropodium cirratum, commonly known as Rengarenga Lily or New Zealand Rock Lily, is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial native to New Zealand. It features lush, arching, dark green foliage and produces masses of starry white flowers on wispy stems during spring and summer. Growing up to 75 cm in height and spread, this plant is ideal for mass planting as a groundcover, in borders, or around outdoor living areas. It thrives in partial shade but can also tolerate full sun, making it versatile for various garden styles, including coastal, cottage, and native gardens. Its low maintenance and drought tolerance once established make it a popular choice among landscape designers in New Zealand.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 75 cm
Spread: 75 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Shade
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Tropical, White

Lobelia puberula

Lobelia puberula is a NZ native that is often grown as a hardy groundcover. The small leaves on this plant give the appearance of a lush, green carpet. During spring through autumn, masses of small, light blue, star-shaped flowers cover the plant as it grows to about 5 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Lobelia puberula is commonly used as a ground cover, an alternative to a grass lawn, planted between paving stones and the like, or allowed to spill over a wall.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 5 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Tropical
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Arthropodium cirratum (Rengarenga Lily / New Zealand Rock Lily) – Elegant Groundcover for Shaded and Coastal Gardens

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